Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
A delightful meal combining savory turkey meatballs with a creamy pumpkin sage sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried sage)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients in a large bowl, combining the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped sage, salt, and pepper until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
- Brown the meatballs in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Create the Sauce by adding the pumpkin puree, chicken broth, thyme, and nutmeg to the same skillet. Simmer while scraping browned bits.
- Finish cooking the meatballs in the sauce for an additional 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Add cream if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
Ensure meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Fresh herbs enhance the flavor, and avoid overcrowding the pan for better browning.